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2026-02-18 23:22
By Mohammadreza Mohammadi, International Affairs Researcher
How faulty cognitive maps paralyze US strategy towards Iran
Before examining the causes and consequences of decision‑making in the Iran–U.S. standoff, a fundamental question must first be asked: are decision‑makers’ interpretations and analyses of reality themselves correct?
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2026-02-18 23:21
Iran’s ‘inherent right’ to peaceful use of nuclear energy is non-negotiable: Araghchi
TEHRAN - Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reiterated on Tuesday that Iran as a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) will not forego its right to nuclear technology for peaceful purposes, saying Tehran will not compromise on this right.
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2026-02-18 23:20
Pezeshkian sends congratulatory message to Japanese PM on National Day
TEHRAN - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent a message to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, expressing congratulations to Japan on National Day.
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2026-02-18 23:20
Iran, Russia set to start naval drills in the Sea of Oman
TEHRAN – Iran and Russia will begin a joint naval drill in the northern Indian Ocean and the Sea of Oman on Thursday.
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2026-02-18 23:20
Turkey reiterates concerns over consequences of a US war against Iran
TEHRAN -Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reiterated his concern that a new U.S. war against Iran would destabilize the region.
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2026-02-18 23:19
At least 10 foreign spy services fueled Iran’s January unrest, says intel. commander
TEHRAN – Iran’s security establishment says the recent wave of unrest was a coordinated operation involving at least 10 foreign intelligence services, relying on social media manipulation, proxy networks and targeted violence to push the country toward instability.
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2026-02-18 23:15
Iran-Russia cooperation expanding in all fields, including energy: Russian minister
By Mona Hojat Ansari
TEHRAN – Iran and Russia have steadily deepened their ties over the past decade, driven by geographic proximity, overlapping regional interests, and a shared sense of pressure from Western policies that threaten their national security and economic stability.
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2026-02-18 18:29
Photo: Mahnaz Abdi, Soheil Saadatmandi
Uruguay presents football shirts to Iran in gesture of sporting friendship
TEHRAN – The Embassy of Uruguay in Tehran hosted a ceremony on Tuesday (February 17), presenting shirts from the Uruguayan national team and two major clubs—Nacional and Peñarol—to Iranian football officials. The event welcomed representatives from Iran's Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Sports, and Culture, alongside the Football Federation and foreign ambassadors. Ambassador Beraldo Roque Nicola emphasized football's power to unite nations, particularly in challenging times.
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2026-02-18 18:08
Photo: Payam Sani
Russia committed to bolstering trade, energy ties with Iran’
TEHRAN- In an exclusive interview with the Tehran Times on Tuesday (February 17), Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilyov underscored Moscow’s dedication to expanding trade and energy cooperation with Iran. The remarks came before the conclusion of the 19th meeting of the Iran-Russia Joint Economic Committee, which was hosted by Tehran.
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2026-02-18 17:12
Discover ancient pottery skills practiced by women in Hormozgan’s Behdeh village
TEHRAN-- In the hinterland of the Persian Gulf and in the east of Hormozgan province, the village of Behdeh is a little-known gem, carrying ancient knowledge in the field of handmade pottery; knowledge that is rooted in the historical memory and daily life of the women of this land.
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2026-02-18 17:11
1m pilgrims expected to visit Khuzestan's Sacred Defense sites
TEHRAN-- Since the beginning of Rahian-e Noor season, there has been a remarkable reception of the Sacred Defense sites of Khuzestan province, and it is expected that about one million pilgrims will visit these monuments by late April.
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2026-02-18 17:11
Restoration of Jameh Mosque of Shah Abdol Azim shrine completed
TEHRAN--The project to restore and preserve the tiles on the iwan (porch) of Jameh Mosque of Shah Abdol Azim (AS) shrine in Rey, Tehran province, has been completed, with the aim of preserving the historical decorations of the religious complex.
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2026-02-18 17:10
101 Shiraz-minted coins registered on national heritage list
TEHRAN – A collection of 101 coins minted in the southern city of Shiraz has been registered on Iran’s national list of movable cultural heritage, the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts said.
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2026-02-18 17:02
Iran’s Neolithic communities excelled in antler craft, research shows
TEHRAN - A recent archaeological study published in the journal Anthropozoologica sheds new light on the sophisticated craftsmanship and resource strategies of early human societies on the Iranian Plateau.
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2026-02-18 15:46
Iranian university, Chinese academy ink MOU on science, research
TEHRAN – Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, and Shandong Academy of Agricultural Sciences have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to expand science diplomacy and promote international scientific and research cooperation.
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2026-02-18 15:29
WHO representative stresses road safety as key to public health
TEHRAN – Awad Mataria, the acting World Health Organization (WHO) representative in Iran, has highlighted the critical role of road safety as one of the most urgent intersections of engineering and public health.
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2026-02-18 14:58
Some 30,000 out-of-school students resume education
TEHRAN – Nearly 30,000 out-of-school students have resumed education in the current academic year, which started on September 23, 2025, according to an official with the Ministry of Education.
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2026-02-18 14:41
Winners of national event on future schools honored
TEHRAN - The third national event on future schools was held on Tuesday, honoring eight top ideas from more than 200 received by the event’s secretariat.
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2026-02-17 23:06
Ayatollah Khamenei: ‘More dangerous than a US warship is the weapon capable of sinking it’
TEHRAN - As more American warships move toward the Persian Gulf, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, warned that those vessels represent greater danger to the United States than to Iran — because in the event of conflict, they would be sunk.
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2026-02-17 23:02
Russian energy minister meets Larijani
TEHRAN – Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev held talks on Tuesday with the Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani.
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2026-02-17 23:00
‘Blood on Trump's hands’: Iran mourns victims of US and Israeli-backed riots
TEHRAN – Iranian citizens and top officials filled Tehran’s Grand Mosalla on Tuesday to observe a Chehelom ceremony, a traditional 40th-day memorial, in honor of the more than 2,500 security forces and civilians killed in recent U.S.- and Israeli-backed riots.
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2026-02-17 23:00
By Mona Hojat Ansari
‘Good progress’ in Iran-US talks, but ‘more difficult’ days ahead
TEHRAN — Iran and the United States held a second round of nuclear talks in Geneva on Tuesday, with Iranian officials describing the discussions as more serious and constructive than the previous round, while cautioning that a final agreement remains distant and difficult negotiations lie ahead.
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2026-02-17 22:49
Iran, Russia, and China deploy vessels for joint drill in Hormuz Strait
TEHRAN - Russia, China and Iran have deployed naval vessels for joint exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, Russian presidential aide Nikolay Patrushev announced on Tuesday.
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2026-02-17 22:49
European Parliament’s anti-Iran resolution legally baseless: Judiciary
TEHRAN - The Iranian Judiciary spokesperson says the anti-Iran resolution adopted by the European Parliament has no legal substance.
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2026-02-17 16:54
Iran’s agriculture minister visits Pakistan to boost bilateral co-op
TEHRAN – Iran’s agriculture minister arrived in Islamabad on Monday at the invitation of his Pakistani counterpart to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation, Iranian media reported.
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2026-02-17 16:50
TPO head visits Tajikistan to expand industrial, commercial ties
TEHRAN – The head of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) traveled to Tajikistan alongside the industry minister to discuss expanding industrial, mining and trade cooperation between the two countries, officials said.
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2026-02-17 16:48
Tehran, Moscow target $10b trade amid calls to ease customs hurdles
TEHRAN – Iranian and Russian business representatives called for the removal of customs restrictions and faster trade procedures, setting a $10 billion target for bilateral trade over the next three years.
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2026-02-17 15:44
Muscat calls for boosting ties with Tehran in combating drugs
TEHRAN – Omani Drug Liaison Officer, Abdul Hakim bin Saleh Al Siyabi, in a meeting with Iran’s anti-narcotics police chief, Iraj Kakavand, has called for signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to deal with illegal drugs by taking joint measures and sharing expertise.
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2026-02-17 15:37
Iranian delegation to attend Korea Chem, Korea Pharm & Bio
TEHRAN – Iranian knowledge-based companies will set up their pavilions at the 18th Korea International Exhibition for Chemical Processing, Fine and Specialty Chemicals (KOREA CHEM) and the 16th Korea International Pharmaceutical and Bio-Pharma Exhibition (KOREA PHARM & BIO), which are scheduled to be held from March 31 to April 3 in Seoul, South Korea.
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2026-02-17 15:00
All foreign nationals in Iran mandated to have health insurance
TEHRAN – All resident and non-resident foreign nationals with legal stay in Iran are required to have basic health insurance coverage following a new enactment by the Cabinet of Ministers.